China Says Brazil’s Business Reputation Hinges on 5G Decision

  • Chinese ambassador says Brazil’s business reputation at stake
  • Yang Wanming rebukes U.S. pressure against Huawei in biddings
A corporate logo sits on a Huawei’s router on display during a 5G event in LondonPhotographer: Chris Ratcliffe/Bloomberg
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Brazil’s upcoming decision on whether to allow Huawei Technologies Co. to supply technology to its future 5G network will help define the country’s broader relationship with China, according to a senior Chinese official.

“The question is not whether Huawei will win a bid or not,” Ambassador Yang Wanming said in written responses to questions, weeks after the U.S. warned of “consequences” if the Chinese get to build an ultra-fast fifth generation mobile network in Brazil. “What’s at stake is whether a country can set up market rules based on openness, impartiality and non-discrimination for all companies.”